Synopses & Reviews

Publisher Comments

This book was originally designed to integrate basic science into the clinical content of a surgical residency to match the approach of the first two years of the ABSITE. The Surgical Review offers complete coverage of topics found on the ABSITE, and is also used to study for the written boards and recertification. Each chapter is jointly authored by a resident and an attending at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. More than 300 illustrations complement the text. This edition has been completely updated, and the Table of Contents has been reorganized to match the current exam. The Key Concept summaries have been expanded and moved to the front of each chapter.

Synopsis

Completely updated for its Third Edition, this book is a comprehensive review of the topics on the American Board of Surgery In-Training Examination (ABSITE), the certifying exam, and recertification exams. Chapters are co-authored by residents and attending physicians at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and integrate basic science with clinical practice. More than 300 illustrations complement the text.

This edition's Table of Contents has been reorganized to match the current exam. The Key Concept summaries have been expanded and moved to the front of each chapter. Additional diagrams and tables have been included for quicker review.

Synopsis

Make the most of your study time preparing for the American Board of Surgery In-Training Examination (ABSITE), written boards, and certification! The 4th Edition of The Surgical Review is a concise yet comprehensive review tool that keeps you up to date with surgical practice and current exams. Short, to-the-point chapters highlight all of the basic science and clinical science you need to know to perform at your best and improve your test scores. Every chapter is co-authored by a resident and an attending physician at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, and the table of contents is organized to match the current exam.